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The 5th Dimension's LaMonte McLemore Passes Away at 90

2/12/2026

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LaMonte McLemore, founding member of The 5th Dimension, died February 3 in Las Vegas at 90.
His death followed health issues after a stroke in 2019.
The 5th Dimension rose to fame in the 1960s and 1970s with hits such as Up, Up and Away and Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In.
McLemore was also a noted photographer.
He is survived by his wife, daughter, son, sister, and three grandchildren.

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LaMonte McLemore, founding member of The 5th Dimension, died February 3 in Las Vegas at 90.
His death followed health issues after a stroke in 2019.
The 5th Dimension rose to fame in the 1960s and 1970s with hits such as Up, Up and Away and Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In.
McLemore was also a noted photographer.
He is survived by his wife, daughter, son, sister, and three grandchildren.